Kunming (昆明), also historically known as YunnanFu (雲南府), is the capital and largest city of Yunnan Province in China. It is renowned as the "City of Eternal Spring" for its pleasant climate and flowers that bloom all year long. The city is situated at an altitude of 1,900 meters above sea level on the Yunnan–Guizhou Plateau, just north of the Tropic of Cancer. With a population of over 8.46 million people according to the 2020 census, Kunming plays a crucial role as the political, economic, communications, and cultural center of Yunnan.

Kunming's history dates back to around 279 BC, initially benefiting from its strategic location on the caravan routes to Southeast Asia, India, and Tibet. The area was part of the Dian Kingdom, which was later incorporated into the Han dynasty's territory in 109 BC. Throughout its history, Kunming has been a melting pot of cultures and a key military and trading center. The city's significance continued through World War II, where it served as a Chinese military center, an American air base, and a transport terminus for the Burma Road.

Today, Kunming is a major hub for education, scientific research, and economic development in Western China. It serves as a critical gateway to Southeast Asian countries due to its geographical position, facilitating trade and transportation links. The city's economy benefits from its role as a transportation hub, with industries focusing on the processing of copper, various chemicals, machinery, textiles, paper, and cement. Kunming's rich history, combined with its modern development and strategic importance, makes it a unique and vibrant city in China's southwest.

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Date of shooting
January 6, 2024

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Itinerary
00:00 Kunming Old Street(昆明老街)
20:41 Zhengyi Road(正義路)
25:29 Nanping Road Pedestrian Street (南屏路步行街)
35:06 Shuncheng Shopping Mall(順城購物中心)
46:43 Zhengyi Road(正義路)
51:51 Nanqiang Street(南強街)

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